Grant to help business owners plan

The Fairmont Economic Development Authority recently received a $20,000 grant for succession planning. Economic development coordinator, Linsey Preuss, said the goal is to make sure local businesses have a long-term survival plan. This grant sounds like an excellent way to help retain and attract local businesses.

Be wise about Omicron

The new Omicron variant is spreading quickly across the nation and state. We need to be cognizant of the new variant in our local communities as well. Tim Langer, public health sanitarian for Faribault and Martin counties said it’s not too late to get vaccinated. He also encourages people to stay home if they’re sick. While there’s no masking mandate, masking in crowded areas would be wise.

Heaven’s Table looks to expand reach

Heaven’s Table Food Shelf is working on launching a new food delivery program. The program would deliver food to people in rural communities who are maybe unable to make it to the physical food shelf in Fairmont. This is a great way to fill the need throughout the county. Heaven’s Table is looking for volunteers to help pack up and deliver the food.

Kahler Automation celebrates 30 years

Kahler Automation celebrates 30 years in 2021. The business has firm roots in Fairmont and has supported many local programs and organizations throughout the years. We’d like to say thank you to Kahler Automation for investing in the ag industry and in the local community. We’re excited to see what the business achieves over the next 30 years!